State Park · Illinois
Moraine Hills State Park
- Location
- McHenry County, Illinois
- Nearest town
- 1.8 miles southeast of McHenry
- Type
- State Park
About Moraine Hills State Park
Rolling glacial terrain covers 2,200 acres of protected land in this park, shaped by moraine formations left behind from retreating glaciers. The acreage places it among the larger state-managed tracts in the region, preserving the hilly topography that gives the park its name.
Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.
Getting there
Moraine Hills State Park is in McHenry County, Illinois, 1.8 miles southeast of McHenry. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.
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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.